Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins

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Synopsis

When a homeless woman gives Maxzyne a painting of a French poodle just like the one in a storefront display, it turns out to be more than just a coincidence for the impulsive 10-year-old. Maxzyne finds herself at the center of a rescue mission when a wayward freight elevator, a family of enchanted vintage mannequins in distress, and a secret tunnel propel her straight into the mysterious depths of a Chicago department store. Can she convince the ghastly Gigi not to use the mannequins' heads in her art exhibit before store closing? It's a race against the clock for Maxzyne and her new mannequin sidekick Elise.Despite her overactive imagination and tendency to get distracted, she learns some important lessons about loyalty, bravery, generosity, and accepting responsibility for her actions. A wonderfully spirited and fun adventure story, Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins is a delightful read for children of all ages.

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Author Biography

Fed up with polygraphs, security clearances and a daily commute, Caroline Lee fled a career writing classified reports for the Dept. of Defense to become a full-time storyteller and daydreamer-in-chief. Often inspired by her surroundings, Caroline's first book, "Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins," features America's most impulsive heroine, 10-year-old Maxzyne Merriweather, whose madcap adventures take place in the magical and historic city of Chicago. Caroline currently resides in Delray Beach, Florida where the weather is much warmer than Chicago. She is a member of the Society of Childrens Bookwriters & Illustrators (SCBWI) and is thrilled that her first book "Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins" won the 2020 Independent Press Award for Children's Fiction. The second adventure in the series, "Maxzyne and the Old Horse Theatre" is now also available on Amazon and recently won two Story Monsters Dragonfly awards! And just released: MAXZYNE GOES AQUAMARINE in ebook and soft cover. Learn more at www.maxzyne.com

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Author Insight

Look, I Found a Hat!

The past month or so, we've been clearing out my parent's home. They are relocating to be near a sibling for better care. It's been a a bittersweet walk down memory lane as we open closets and drawers, each rediscovering favorite childhood possessions saved by my mother. This particular book excerpt about hats reminded me of the recent discovery of my old Girl Guide beret. We lived in Bangkok during my elementary school days and I traded in my Brownie uniform for a navy blue Girl Guide felt beret. I have it on display in my office bookcase now. It makes me smile to remember how proud I was to wear it each time our vibrant group of participants met weekly for cultural and creative events around the city. It was such fun to explore new places and be part of something bigger than our pint-sized selves.

Book Excerpt

Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins

“Just hurry, Maxzyne!”

“Okay, okay. Here’s one. What do you think?” Maxzyne tucks her braids into a woven, brimless, round hat with a flat crown. She wrinkles her nose at the round mirror. “Nope, this is so not me.”

Caught up in the search, Elise giggles. She reaches for a navy scout cap. She carefully tucks her blonde ponytail inside, shaking her head and mimicking Maxzyne. “This is so not me!”

Maxzyne ignores Elise and tries on a white sailor hat. She salutes her own reflection in the mirror. “Well, this would go with my swimsuit. But it’s really not ‘artsy,’ is it?” She shakes her head. She spins the display, spies a black, flat cap with a small brim, and puts it on. “Elise, I think I—”

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CAROLINE LEE

Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins

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Author Biography

Author Insight

Look, I Found a Hat!

Book Excerpt

Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins

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